DX79si and G Skill Rip Jawz F3-12800CL9Q2-32GBZL (4GB*8)

[PeterKerr]

Hello. I got lucky and acquired a DX79SI with 3960X processor at a great price . I would like to purchase the F3-12800CL9Q2-32GBZL (4GB*8) kit for RAM, but its not listed as compatible on the G Skillz website. They list the F3-12800CL10Q-32GBZL (8Gx4) kit instead, which I would prefer not to buy as its twice the price........ Has anyone run the 4GB*8 in the DX79SI?

This rig will be replacing a very hard working AutoCard station. It will be doing 2d plan/elevation renders only - no 3D. I'd be grateful for any additional recommendations.

I'm not planning on overclocking this as its going into a 24/7 business application.

Heatsink: Intel BXRTS2011LC http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835203006
Powersuppy: Antec 850w
Case: Antec 900

Thanks
Peter

 

[jaquith]

Welcome to Tom's Forum!

Intel and any MOBO manufacturer cannot list ALL of the RAM kits out there nor keep it up to date as new RAM kits come on the market.

8x4GB F3-12800CL9Q2-32GBZL ; will work fine
4x8GB F3-12800CL10Q-32GBZL ; will work fine

The Intel BXRTS2011LC, Corsair H100 {edit - case permitting}, Thermaltake Frio, etc all work fine.

However, if you're going to be running the PC 7/24/365 then only look at Gold or Platinum certified PSU's, even in area like mine $0.12/kWh it adds up and PSU's pay for themselves. Not knowing your setup in particular the GPU(s) 850W is the bare minimum (OC or small GPU vs Stock or 1 Good GPU).

 

[PeterKerr]

Thanks for the quick reply. Good news on the RAM.

I'll check up on the efficiency of the PSU.

Peter

 

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